Bad Publicity

A Novel

by Bianca Gillam

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Pub Date May 20 2025 | Archive Date Jul 12 2025

PENGUIN GROUP Penguin Books | Penguin Books

General Fiction (Adult) | Romance

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Description

“A slow burn, enemies-to-lovers rom-com, with plenty of chemistry and deeper themes that elevate it above the frothy. Fans of Emily Henry books will adore Bad Publicity.” —Sophie Cousens

A sparkling rom-com in which an unexpected reunion could lead to a career-ending catastrophe or a second-chance romance . . .

When Andie lands her dream job as a senior book publicist, she’s ready to take the world of New York publishing by storm.

Until her first day, when she discovers that her biggest author is Jack Carlson—the same Jack who ruined her life at university. Whom she hasn’t spoken to in five years. Who is not only still infuriatingly hot but also incredibly successful. And whose campaign she definitely cannot mess up, if she wants to keep her job.

To make matters even worse, the central part of this career-defining campaign is a book tour. For a month, Andie will have to travel across Europe with the man whom, if she were being totally honest, she’d like to hit with her car.

But she will not lose this opportunity, especially not because of him. One month on tour with Jack Carlson, visiting some of the most romantic spots in Europe. Deep breath. She can do this.

Advance Praise

“A glorious debut. A slow burn, enemies-to-lovers rom-com, with plenty of chemistry and deeper themes that elevate it above the frothy. Fans of Emily Henry books will adore Bad Publicity.”—Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Next Year

“Full of bookish humor, Bad Publicity is a delightful enemies-to-lovers romance that will have readers holding their breath and rooting for Andie and Jack from page one!”—Ashley Herring Blake, USA Today bestselling author of Iris Kelly Doesn’t Date

“Bad Publicity has all the hallmarks of a feel-good rom-com. Full of twists and turns, Andie’s love story with Jack sucks you in from the start. A great read to cozy up with!”—Beth Reekles, bestselling author of The Kissing Booth

“A delightful blend of humor and heart. Gillam's enemies-to-lovers workplace romance sizzles with tension and swoon-worthy moments.”—Bal Khabra, bestselling author of Collide

“Heartfelt, relatable, fresh, and oozing with intrigue, Bad Publicity ticks a lot of boxes. I flew through it; I adored it. I want to rediscover this gem all over again.”—Lizzie Damilola Blackburn, author of Yinka, Where is Your Huzband?

“When I say Bad Publicity will tug at your heartstrings, let me be specific: it will tug at the string that makes you laugh. At the one that makes you yearn for second chances. Above all, it will tug at the string that makes you sigh and fall in love.”—Jeff Zentner, award-winning author of Colton Gentry’s Third Act

“A beautiful story about grief, love, and second chances, Bad Publicity is a road-trip romance that takes the reader on an emotional ride. Filled with heart, humor, and the swoon-worthy moments every romance reader craves, this book is a gorgeous debut for Bianca Gillam. I can’t wait to see what she writes next!”—Laurie Gilmore, author of The Pumpkin Spice Cafe

“Perfect for fans of Emily Henry. Bad Publicity is a bold, brilliant romance with a big emotional beating heart and a protagonist you won't be able to help falling in love with. This one's going to absolutely thrill the TikTok girlies.”—Rebecca Reid, author of The Truth Hurts

“I adored this pitch-perfect, Emily Henry-meets-Josie Silver rom-com. Andie and Jack are such rich characters and the fabulous cities they visit are the ideal backdrop to their romance, ensuring that, despite the sensitively handled theme of grief, Bad Publicity remains an escapist, uplifting read. . . Evocative.”—Nicole Kennedy, author of After Paris

“This debut has the push-pull of see-saw lovers and enemies, plus a feisty hero in Andie, and all wrapped up in the world of books. What's not to love?”—Mandy Robotham, international bestselling author of The German Midwife